How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_UI280 - Combining perf. obligtn impossible; perf. obligtn have different statuses

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_UI - Revenue Accounting - Contract UI

• Message number: 280

• Message text: Combining perf. obligtn impossible; perf. obligtn have different statuses

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI280 - Combining perf. obligtn impossible; perf. obligtn have different statuses ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI280 indicates that there is an issue with combining performance obligations in a contract because the performance obligations have different statuses. This error typically arises in the context of contract management and revenue recognition processes within SAP, particularly in the SAP S/4HANA environment.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to combine or process performance obligations that are not compatible due to their differing statuses. For example, one performance obligation may be in a "Completed" status while another is still "Open" or "In Progress." This inconsistency prevents the system from executing the desired operation, such as combining or recognizing revenue for those obligations.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Performance Obligation Statuses:
  
  Review the statuses of the performance obligations you are trying to combine. You can do this by navigating to the relevant contract or performance obligation in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Align Statuses:
  
  Ensure that the performance obligations you want to combine have the same status. If necessary, update the statuses of the obligations to make them consistent. For example, if one obligation is completed, you may need to complete the others or adjust their statuses accordingly.
  
  
  
  Review Contract Settings:
  
  Check the contract settings and configurations to ensure that they allow for the combination of performance obligations. There may be specific rules or settings that govern how obligations can be combined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on performance obligations and their statuses. This can provide insights into how to manage and resolve issues related to them.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the statuses and configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific details of your system and configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Performance Obligations: These are commitments in a contract to transfer goods or services to a customer. They are crucial for revenue recognition under accounting standards like IFRS 15 and ASC 606.
  Contract Management: Understanding how contracts and performance obligations are managed in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.